2001 Oldsmobile Bravada Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Bravada years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 7th of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. That ranks 7th out of 10 Bravada model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (10 complaints, 30%), typically at around 67,000 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 33owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 10 | 30% | 67,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 18% | 53,304 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 15% | 75,428 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 12% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 3 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 3 | 9% | 139,519 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 9% | 96,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 6% | 39,222 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 6% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 3% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 3% | 163,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 3% | 63,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 Oldsmobile Bravada recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights:switch; exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Problem: Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The multifunction switch could develop an open circuit condition that results in the stop lamps and the rear hazard lamps becoming inoperative. The center high mounted stop lamp and turn signal functions are not affected.
Risk: The loss of stop lamps and rear hazard lamps could fail to warn a following driver that the vehicle is braking and/or is stopped and could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the hazard switch carrier. Owner notification will be conducted in two phases. The first phase began april 15, 2002, with mailings to owners of 2000 and early 2001 vehicles. The second mailing phase will be to remaining 2001 and 2002 vehicles. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, gmc at 1-800-462-8782, or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Hazard light switch failure (RQ08001) — opened Feb 28, 2008, closed Jul 9, 2008, led to recall 08V231000.
- Loss of stop lamp illumination (PE01032) — opened Sep 6, 2001, closed Dec 20, 2001, led to recall 01V364000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Subject: gross mechanic error , possible fire / explosive situation while in palm bay fl, i had my fuel filter changed at tire kingdom for about $90. Their mechanic installed a fuel filter that rattled / defective and he destroyer the fuel line it mounted to. The tire kingdom mechanic, threw out…
I was traveling on the highway at the posted 55mph speed limit when all of the sudden, the vehicle completely shut off. There was no power as if the ignition for the vehicle was completely turned off. With there being no power to the vehicle, i could only allow the momentum of the vehicle roll to…
My 2001 oldsmobile bravada had a spontaneous brake failure. The left rear brake line was found to be extremely corroded. The brake fluid escaped and the brakes failed without warning. Fortunately, i had stopped at a store on my way to work, upon leaving, i started the engine, pressed on the brake…
1. Oldsmobile bravada with smartrak at 48,000 miles and good condition developed drivetrain binding / locking up over several months. 2. The problem started as a minor binding when backing out or in tight forward turns. Now drivetrain actually locks up in tight turning position. Have to play with…
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 oldsmobile bravada. When the contact would activate the headlights on the vehicle, the driver side brake light would not work. He would hear a clicking sound from the instrument panel and he changed the relay, but the issue was not remedied. The dealer has not been…
Other Oldsmobile Bravada years
← 2000 Bravada · 2002 Bravada →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 Bravada | 13 | 2 |
| 2003 Bravada | 27 | 7 |
| 2002 Bravada | 238 | 10 |
| 2001 | 33 | 1 |
| 2000 Bravada | 76 | 3 |
| 1999 Bravada | 60 | 0 |
| 1998 Bravada | 98 | 2 |
| 1997 Bravada | 104 | 2 |
| 1996 Bravada | 77 | 3 |
| 1995 Bravada | 2 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada?
Owners most often report power train, engine and engine cooling, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 10 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Bravada model years, the 2001 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.